Thanks Paul. Love your insights on calling. I think the idea of ‘improvement’ is core to any definition of calling. How could we think of something as a calling if there isn’t some aspect of betterment.

Dan I have been reading your blogs for years I receive via email weekly this is by far most powerful to me. Recognition, achievements cannot define what ignites you. Thank you! This spoke reality this morning.

Dan I have been following your blog for a few months, but I have to say this morning’s post is my absolute favorite! I am blessed to have a calling rather than a career, and every day my goal is to be better, more effective, and to help others feel inspired and encouraged. Thanks so much for what you do!

Thanks ZK. Yes, one of the great growth points for leaders is the realization that it isn’t all about us. I like the idea that we develop ourselves so we can serve others. In that sense there is an inward focus. Service addresses selfishness.

“People with a calling don’t need a cheering crowd.
Traditional praise is like water off a duck’s back to people with a calling.
People with a calling never feel entitled – they feel compelled.
People who feel a calling work harder today than they did when they started.”

Brilliant post as usual, Dan. I always think of servant leaders when I read your posts. Some of my friends asked why I bothered with grad school plus 3 jobs when I could be retiring. As you say, it’s a calling. We can learn something every day and enhance our skills. We can all be leaders even if we don’t have the official title.

Like many others–I read the blog everyday, I share it with others, I often share it on LinkedIn, but I don’t usually comment. Today was one of my favorites and really hit home with me. I love the idea of a calling and I am blessed to walk in mine. No one has to movitvate you when you are walking in your calling. I really like number; the challenge to intentionally push yourself. There is no telling where we can go, the sky is the limit! Thanks for this blog—I look forward to it everyday!

Amen and Amen to the power of calling! Reminds of a couple of John Wooden quotes (talk about someone who remained true to a calling) : “Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of self-satisfaction in knowing you did your best to become the best you are capable of becoming.”
“I don’t think I was a fine game coach. I’m trying to be honest. I think I was a good practice coach.”